Solve Equations with Variables on Both Sides
by Math & Glitter © 2025
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Price: $1.5 USD
Subjects: math,mathMiddleSchool,mathHighSchool,expressionsAndEquations,algebra
Grades: 7,8,9
Description
This innovative deck with 36 interactive cards teaches students to solve equations with variables on both sides by having them choose each step and complete it independently. Students become the problem-solver, not just the answer-giver! What's Included: ✓ 36 scaffolded Boom Cards – progressively builds from equations with whole numbers to complex decimals ✓ Student-driven step selection – students choose which step to perform next (combine like terms, isolate variables, etc.) ✓ Step completion tasks – students perform each chosen step and see the simplified equation ✓ Progressive scaffolding – moves from heavily guided to independent problem-solving ✓ Self-checking feedback – immediate validation after each step ✓ Multiple solution paths – students discover that different step sequences lead to the same answer ✓ Engaging, colorful design – maintains student motivation throughout practice
Acknowledgements
Slides made using Canva.